Fiber-Rich Quinoa Salad with Avocado and Chickpeas
A delicious and heart-healthy salad packed with soluble fiber, plant-based proteins, and healthy fats to support a diet aimed at lowering high cholesterol levels.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 350 |
| Protein (g) | 10 |
| Carbs (g) | 35 |
| Fiber (g) | 8 |
| Sugar (g) | 2 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 3 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 300 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |